Constellations

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A group of stars that form a pattern

There are a total 88 constellations in the sky but many of them are visible from only the southern hemisphere

a well-known cross-shaped southern

hemisphere constellation.

the smallest of the 88 modern constellations

Shows the south pole

a group of seven bright stars

Forms pattern of a handle and a bowl

Shows the North pole

Actually the tail section of the Ursa Major

The Great Bear, which is a very large constellation that outlines the shape of

a bear

Big Dipper and Southern Cross

can be seen between April and June

Contain many bright stars

A large constellation located in the southern hemispehere

Can be seen clearly with its head, long body

tail and stinger between June and August

Is also known as ‘The Hunter’

Can be seen clearly as a hunter with a belt and sword between December and February

Show directions

Indicate the time to plant crops

Indicate the time to harvest crops